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Industry Expansion Program
Supports Manitoba business expansions through customized employee training assistance
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
The Industry Expansion Program provides customized financial assistance to support skills training for employees of private, for-profit companies operating in Manitoba. Eligible support can cover training for new and existing staff, training delivered internally or by external providers, training materials, and equipment required for training.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Launching new business operations or facilities in Manitoba that require structured employee training.
- Expanding existing operations in Manitoba that involve scaling up the workforce and upgrading employee skills.
- Implementing company-wide training initiatives to upskill both newly hired staff and current employees for growth-related roles.
- Developing and rolling out tailored training programs to support the adoption of new processes, technologies or equipment within Manitoba operations.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private, for-profit companies
- Companies with a Canadian Business Number
- Businesses licensed to carry on business in Manitoba
- Companies locating new operations in Manitoba
- Businesses expanding existing operations in Manitoba
Who is not eligible
There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant.
- Non-profit organizations
- Public sector organizations
- Companies without a Canadian Business Number
- Companies not licensed to carry on business in Manitoba
- Companies not locating new operations or expanding existing operations in Manitoba
Eligible expenses
- Costs to train net new hires and existing employees.
- Fees for training delivered by internal staff or by external training organizations.
- Expenses to develop or purchase training curricula and learning materials.
- Lease or purchase of equipment that is directly required for delivering the training.
- Other eligible expenditures directly related to the development and delivery of appropriate employee training.
Eligible geographic areas
- Businesses locating new operations in Manitoba.
- Businesses expanding existing operations in Manitoba.
Selection criteria
- Number of net new positions the project will create.
- Total project costs and the level of financial contribution from the company.
- Overall economic benefit to Manitoba resulting from the new employment opportunities.
- Compliance with the job sustainability requirement that all net new positions be retained for a minimum of 2,080 hours of full-time employment during the agreement period.
How to apply
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Contact Manitoba Government Inquiry
- Email or call Manitoba Government Inquiry using the provided contact details.
- Request information on the application process for the Industry Expansion Program.
- Step 2: Prepare Application
- Collect necessary information and documents detailing your project, including goals, number of jobs to be created, training plans, and economic benefits.
- Ensure compliance with all eligibility criteria specified by the program.
- Step 3: Submit Application
- Follow the specific submission instructions provided by Manitoba Government Inquiry, which may include an online portal or physical mailing address.
- Ensure the application is complete and all supporting documents are included.
- Step 4: Confirmation and Follow-Up
- Await confirmation of receipt of your application from the program administrators.
- Be prepared to provide additional information if requested during the review process.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted and reviewed on a continuous intake basis rather than through fixed deadlines.
- Support is tailored on a client-by-client basis, rather than following a standardized funding formula.
- Assistance levels take into account factors such as the number of net new positions created and total project costs.
- All net new positions supported must be sustained for at least 2,080 hours of full-time employment during the agreement period.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Industry Expansion Program Program
What is the Industry Expansion Program?
The Industry Expansion Program provides customized financial assistance to support skills training for employees of private, for-profit companies operating in Manitoba. Eligible support can cover training for new and existing staff, training delivered internally or by external providers, training materials, and equipment required for training.
Who is eligible for the Industry Expansion Program program?
To be eligible for the Industry Expansion Program program, you must:
Private, for-profit company with a Canadian Business Number.
Licensed to carry on business in Manitoba.
Locating new operations in Manitoba or expanding existing Manitoba operations.
What expenses are eligible under Industry Expansion Program?
Launching new business operations or facilities in Manitoba that require structured employee training.
Expanding existing operations in Manitoba that involve scaling up the workforce and upgrading employee skills.
Implementing company-wide training initiatives to upskill both newly hired staff and current employees for growth-related roles.
Developing and rolling out tailored training programs to support the adoption of new processes, technologies or equipment within Manitoba operations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Industry Expansion Program?
You can contact Government of Manitoba by email at mgi@gov.mb.ca or by phone at 204-945-3744.
Where is the Industry Expansion Program available?
The Industry Expansion Program program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Industry Expansion Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Industry Expansion Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Industry Expansion Program?
Industry Expansion Program is funded by Government of Manitoba